Physician Assistant/Nurse Practitioner Orthopedics (1.0 FTE)

The Department of Orthopaedics is recruiting for an experienced Physician Assistant/Nurse Practitioner to join 14 Orthopedic Surgeons and 22 PA/NP's on staff. This person will work closely with one Pediatric Orthopaedic surgeon.  Major area of focus will be in Pediatric Orthopaedic Trauma/Surgery.  Basic duties may include: general clinic practice, emergency evaluations, post-op checkups, outreach duties, OR equipment set-up, first assisting, and rounding with in-patients.  The PA/NP will support the assigned surgeon with histories, physicals, casting, splinting, evaluations, treatment planning and post-op care. This role will work cooperatively with athletic trainers, physical therapists, nurses and support staff and share call equally. A Wisconsin license and completion of an accredited Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner program is required.

Level II Trauma Center

Shared Call

Emplify by Gundersen Health System offers:

•            Competitive Salary

•            10 days of CME plus funds 

•            Loan Forgiveness

•            Base Retirement Contribution and 401K matching program for retirement

•            Teaching Hospital with opportunity for protected Research time

•            Additional benefits include:

Malpractice, health, dental, life, disability, and vacation

Emplify by Gundersen Health System is:

•            A physician-led, not-for profit healthcare system

•            Located throughout western Wisconsin, northeastern Iowa and southeastern Minnesota caring for patients in 22 counties

•            A regional referral center with regional hospitals

•            A teaching hospital with 325 beds and a Level II Trauma and Emergency Center

•            The designated Western Academic Campus for the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine & Public Health

Emplify Health is comprised of two of the Midwest’s most respected healthcare systems, Bellin Health and Gundersen Health System. Once neighbors, we are now partners, united in our mission to provide exceptional care to our communities. As a not-for-profit, patient-centered healthcare network, we have headquarters in Green Bay and La Crosse, Wisconsin. Our extensive network includes 11 hospitals and more than 100 clinics, serving 67 cities and rural communities across Wisconsin, Iowa, Minnesota and Michigan’s Upper Peninsula. With over 4,500 dedicated nurses and providers, we are committed to delivering primary, specialty and emergency care, along with innovative medical education programs. Join us in making a meaningful difference in the lives of our patients and communities.

You will find that we live our values every day which is a BREATH of all things good.   Belonging, Respect, Excellence, Accountability, Teamwork and Humility. 

About La Crosse:

La Crosse is a historic, vibrant city nestled between bluffs and the legendary Mississippi River. The region boasts great year-round outdoor recreation, excellent schools including three universities, affordable housing in safe neighborhoods. La Crosse is a town of an endless variety of live entertainment and breathtaking beauty, making this a great place to call home.

La Crosse has a Regional Airport.  For more information about the La Crosse community visit the website: https://www.cityoflacrosse.org/home

Must have completed an accredited program and be eligible to obtain a license to practice in our multi-state region with no restrictions or limitations.  Advanced practice clinicians work under the direct supervision of a physician.  Clinician staff may need to provide outreach service as part of their role in the system.  Teaching students, residents, fellows or clinical staff is cornerstone to our Medical Education philosophy and an expectation of all clinicians.  

Primary Recruiter:

Ben Reynolds

Recruiter Email Address:

bereynol@emplifyhealth.org

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